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So sick of Trump! Who's with me?

I am so sick and tired of this blowhard. This egomaniac. This pathological liar.

And it has nothing to do with his positions on the issues that matter most to the American people, from the economy to foreign affairs, which he fails to elaborate on regardless.

I've just grown weary of seeing and hearing him every time I tune into Fox News, MSNBC, CNN, and virtually every other news outlet. These stations are having a field day with this guy. They're ostensibly willing to give him all the exposure he craves in return for a ratings boost.

He's nothing short of ubiquitous. They mention him on everything from awards shows like The Oscars to Saturday Night Live. And more likely than not, you've heard someone at work or at the local grocery store chatting about Trump.

If we're sick of him now, the thought of seeing him in the Oval Office for four long years no doubt sends chills down our spine.

I'm not exaggerating when I say that I've never seen the media give so much attention to a celebrity or politician, and that includes the Kardashians and OJs of the world.

You have to give credit when credit is due. Donald Trump is masterful at marketing himself. He is a walking brand that exudes unbridled confidence and charisma. Flamboyant and unfiltered, he attracts people like magnets, particularly those who have grown tired of the gridlock in Washington, D.C. His supporters don't care much about the substance of his campaign. His exuberance makes anything he says sound believable, and people are taking the bait.

Honestly, though, enough is enough. It gets to the point where seeing the same thing or person over and over begins to grate on you. The media should be fair and give more air time to the other three candidates, who find their hopes of clinching the nomination fading away.

Is your tolerance for Trump growing ever so thin?

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